SAFTD – Defensive Handgun 1

The goal of the Second Amendment Firearms Training Division (SAFTD) “Defensive Handgun 1” course is to provide the student with a solid foundation in basic knowledge of handgun safety, various types of handguns, an understanding of ammunition and how it functions, shooting fundamentals and an introduction to defensive shooting skills.

A person new to the use of a firearm for personal defense typically has a broad range of questions and is faced with learning a number of skills that are critical in the use of a firearm – in this case a handgun – to defend themselves, their family or someone in their charge. Defensive Handgun 1 is specifically designed to provide a person new to handguns the opportunity to gain that knowledge and learn those skills.

A number of topics will be covered in “Defensive Handgun 1 – Introduction to the Defensive Use of a Handgun”. These include but are not limited to:

If you do not have a firearm, please let us know. We have a limited amount to offer in the case you do not have one for class.

Ear and Eye protection (electronic muffs preferred).

Strong Side Holster – For safety reasons on the range our classes will use Strong Side Holsters only! – (No cross draws, shoulder rigs, pocket holsters, ankle, appendix or small of the back carry). Blackhawk Serpa and similar holsters which require the use of the index finger to deactivate a retention device will not be used in SAFTD classes. The ONLY exception is for Law Enforcement & Military who are issued these types of holsters for duty use.

No pocket guns or holsters such as Ruger LCP etc. You will be presenting the gun from a holster repeatedly. You need to be proficient at this task and have a holster that does not collapse when the gun is removed.